Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Ophthalmology - Temporary Full Time

MSPCA-Angell Careers; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation time

Employee discounts for pet health care

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician/Assistant at MSPCA-Angell Boston works with the ophthalmology team to provide clinical and client service, performing technical support in exam rooms, assisting with outpatient and inpatient procedures, and helping with anesthesia as needed.

We value strong communication, teamwork, and a CVT credential; 1 year clinic experience required; temporary full-time 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Friday, ASAP to December 2026; benefits include

Qualifications

• 1 year of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) required to be hired as a technician.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in examination rooms and assist with outpatient and inpatient procedures.
• Assist with anesthesia procedures and communicate with clients and referring veterinarians.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical veterinary knowledge

Education

CVT certification

Job description

Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Ophthalmology - Temporary Full Time

Temporary Full Time 40 hours a week, 4 ten hour days Tuesday-Friday, Some holiday coverage. This role will start ASAP and end in December 2026.

• Posted on September 22, 2026

Locations

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Angell - Boston
Boston, MA 02130, USA

• Veterinary Assistants & Technicians
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: VETER004128

Description

The Ophthalmology Technician/Assistant works collaboratively with their assigned veterinarian, other staff veterinarians and the entire Angell support staff to provide Angell clientele with excellent clinical and customer service. These services include providing technical support in the examination room with outpatient and inpatient procedures, assisting with case management of animals admitted to the hospital, assisting with technical and anesthetic procedures. Other responsibilities include communications with clients and sometimes referring veterinarians.

We are looking for a Vet Technician/Assistant with excellent interpersonal communication skills who enjoys working in a team environment while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude. The Ophthalmology Technician or Assistant must have a strong technical background and knowledge of veterinary medicine and recognize the importance of conveying this knowledge and expertise to others.

Physical Requirements:

• Mandatory regular attendance and punctual presence.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time 67%-100% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to constantly move about within the wards and departments 67% - 100% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to frequently position self in a manner to attend to patients at varying heights, including floor and exam table levels (3 – 4 feet in height) as well as elevated heights greater than 5 feet.
• Must be able to constantly move patients weighing up to 50 pounds within the wards, departments and grounds; over 50lbs with assistance.

WHO WE ARE:

The Boston MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.

COMPENSATION:

• Veterinary Assistants starting $22-$27/hour
• Certified Veterinary Technicians starting $25-$30/hr
• Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for applicants with at least 1 year of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a clinical environment. Certified Veterinary Technician, CVT required to be hired as a technician.

As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.

OUR BENEFITS:

• health, dental and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• tuition reimbursement
• paid holidays
• sick
• vacation time
• employee discounts for pet health care
• free on-site parking

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